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Grimm, a standout character in Hollow Knight, captivates players with his enigmatic presence and unique style. As the leader of the Grimm Troupe, he plays a pivotal role in the Knight's quest to save Hallownest, offering a compelling side quest that enriches the game's narrative. Players must confront Grimm at least once, facing the formidable Troupe Master Grimm, and potentially the even more challenging Nightmare King Grimm, to complete the Grimm Troupe DLC. These battles demand precision, quick reflexes, and the right charm setup to succeed.
All charm builds for both Grimm fights in the base game require the mandatory Grimmchild charm, which occupies two charm notches.
Best Charm Builds For Troupe Master Grimm
Troupe Master Grimm introduces players to his move set and attack patterns, making it a crucial encounter for learning. This battle is characterized by its fast-paced, dance-like nature, where elegance and timing are key. Here are effective charm builds to conquer this challenging fight, which also unlocks the final Charm Notch essential for tackling Nightmare King Grimm.
Nail Build
- Unbreakable/Fragile Strength
- Quick Slash
- Longnail
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
This build focuses on maximizing Nail damage during the brief windows between Grimm's attacks. Quick Slash allows for more hits, while Unbreakable or Fragile Strength boosts damage output. Aiming for at least the Coiled Nail or the Pure Nail is advisable. Longnail extends the Nail's reach, compensating for the two notches taken by Grimmchild, and is particularly useful for hitting Grimm at the end of his attacks like the Diving Dash and Uppercut.
Spell Build
- Shaman Stone
- Grubsong
- Spell Twister
- Unbreakable/Fragile Heart
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
Ideal for players favoring spells, this build leverages the power of Descending Dark, Abyss Shriek, and Shade Soul. Shaman Stone significantly enhances spell damage, and Spell Twister allows for more frequent spell use. Grubsong helps maintain a full Soul gauge, crucial for spell casting, while Unbreakable/Fragile Heart provides extra masks, allowing more focus on spell attacks.
Best Charm Builds For Nightmare King Grimm
Nightmare King Grimm escalates the challenge with doubled damage and increased speed, making every move critical. His new flame pillar attack, while dangerous, offers opportunities for high-damage spells like Abyss Shriek. Here are the top charm builds to face this formidable foe.
Best Build
- Unbreakable/Fragile Strength
- Shaman Stone
- Mark of Pride
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
A hybrid Nail/Spell build is essential for efficiently defeating Nightmare King Grimm. Shaman Stone boosts spell damage, crucial for utilizing Abyss Shriek and Descending Dark effectively. Unbreakable/Fragile Strength and Mark of Pride enhance Nail damage during safe windows, ensuring a balanced approach to dealing damage.
Alternate Build
- Grubsong
- Sharp Shadow
- Shaman Stone
- Spell Twister
- Nailmaster's Glory
- Grimmchild (Mandatory)
This defensive build focuses on spells and Nail Arts, with tools to evade Nightmare King Grimm's lethal attacks. Shaman Stone and Spell Twister amplify spell damage, while Grubsong ensures a steady Soul supply. Sharp Shadow, paired with the Shade Cloak, allows for safe dashes through attacks, and Nailmaster's Glory makes Nail Arts a potent threat, complementing strategic spell use.
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